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Sony Alpha 7 IV

Quick information
Brand Sony 2021
Model ILCE-7M4
Released Year 2021
Type Mirrorless Cameras
Series Alpha 7
Color
  • Black
  • black
Compatible Mountings Sony E
Autofocus Yes
Photo Sensor Resolution 33 MP
Video Resolution
  • 2160p
  • 1080p
  • 4K UHD 2160p
Optical Zoom
  • 2 x
  • 1 x
File Format
  • JPEG
  • RAW
  • MP4
  • Raw
  • HEIF
Status Active

Overview

The Sony Alpha 7 IV (ILCE-7M4) is a full-frame mirrorless camera featuring a 33MP Exmor R CMOS sensor paired with the latest BIONZ XR image processor, allowing for high-resolution stills and advanced video recording capabilities. It supports 4K video recording up to 60fps with full pixel readout and no pixel binning for enhanced detail and color fidelity. The camera is equipped with a sophisticated Fast Hybrid AF system that uses 759 phase-detection points and Real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds, ensuring precise focus tracking.

Connectivity options include USB-C, HDMI Type-A, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, offering versatile data transfer and remote control capabilities. The robust body features a high-resolution 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD and an OLED electronic viewfinder with 3.69 million dots for clear composition under various lighting conditions. Additionally, it supports dual card slots compatible with CFexpress Type A and SDXC/SDHC UHS-II cards to manage high-speed data storage effectively.

Designed for professional and enthusiast photographers, the Alpha 7 IV improves on low-light performance, dynamic range, and in-body 5-axis image stabilization that offers up to 5.5 stops of shake reduction, enhancing handheld shooting stability. Firmware updates and accessory compatibility extend its functionality, making it a versatile tool for stills, video production, and hybrid workflows.

Specifications

Built-In Media
  • Camera Body & Accessories
  • Battery
  • Tripod
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Lens Cap
  • Body Cap
  • Eyecup
  • Microphone
  • Camera Body & Lens
Are Batteries Included
  • No
  • Yes
UPC
  • 196271481089
  • 196271027676
  • 196641001619
  • 724129015027
Item Height
  • 14.4 inches
  • 8.7 inches
  • 3.8 inches
  • 7.2 inches
Manufacturer
  • Sony
  • COMMANDER OPTICS
Shooting Modes
  • Movie
  • Landscape
  • Portrait
  • Custom
  • Shutter Priority
  • Automatic
  • Sports
  • Easy
  • Macro
  • Manual
  • Panorama
  • Underwater
Digital-Still Yes
Movie Mode Yes
Image Capture Type
  • Stills & Video
  • Stills & Video
Auto Focus Technology
  • Phase Detection
  • Hybrid
  • Contrast Detection
Focus Features
  • Autofocus
  • Hybrid
  • Continuous-Servo AF (C)
  • Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
  • Manual Focus (M)
  • Single-Servo AF (S)
  • autofocus self-illumination light
  • Auto Focus
  • Autofocus (Single and Continuous) with Manual Focus
Autofocus Points
  • 759
  • 1
  • 179
  • 399
  • 100
Focus Type
  • Auto Focus
  • manual-and-auto
  • Auto and Manual
  • Auto-and-Manual Focus
  • auto and manual focus
Focus Mode
  • Automatic AF (AF-A)
  • Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
  • Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
  • Manual Focus (MF)
Autofocus Yes
Aspect Ratio
  • 16:9
  • 3:2
  • 4:3
File Format
  • JPEG
  • RAW
  • MP4
  • Raw
  • HEIF
Effective Still Resolution 33 MP
JPEG Quality Level
  • Normal
  • Fine
Total Still Resolution 33 MP
Exposure Control
  • Manual
  • Program (P)
  • Aperture Priority (Av or A)
  • Shutter Priority (Tv or S)
  • Manual (M)
  • Automatic
  • aperture-priority
  • manual-and-automatic
  • Program
  • Aperture Priority
  • Shutter Priority
White Balance Settings
  • Auto
  • Custom
  • Incandescent
  • Daylight
  • Color Temperature
  • Underwater
  • Fluorescent
  • Cloudy
  • Shade
Wireless Technology
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
Total USB Ports 1
Total Video Out Ports 1
Screen Size 3 Inches
Display Resolution Maximum
  • 33 MP
  • 3680000 MP
  • 4K or higher
  • 1920 x 1080
Has Color Screen Yes
Write Speed
  • High
  • at least 60 MB/s
  • 10 MB/s
  • 10 fps (continuous shooting)
  • High (video recording)
  • Fast
  • NO
  • [estimated 30-100+ MB/s]
Compatible Mountings Sony E
Sensor Type
  • BSI CMOS
  • CMOS
Image stabilization
  • Optical
  • Dynamic
  • Digital
  • Hybrid
  • True
Photo Sensor Resolution 33 MP
Photo Sensor Size
  • Full Frame (35mm)
  • APS-C
Minimum Shutter Speed
  • 0.1 seconds
  • 30 seconds
  • 0.004 seconds
Form Factor
  • Mirrorless
  • Compact
Item Weight
  • 10.31 Pounds
  • 16 ounces
  • 10.3 Pounds
  • 1 Pounds
  • 2.1 Pounds
  • 2.05 Pounds
  • 2.48 Pounds
Video Resolution
  • 2160p
  • 1080p
  • 4K UHD 2160p
Viewfinder
  • Electronic
  • LCD screen
Camera Flash
  • no flash
  • Built-In
  • F3.5–F5.6
  • F2.8
Video Capture Format
  • MP4
  • 4k
  • XAVC
Battery Type Lithium Ion
Water Resistance Level Not Water Resistant
Frame Rate
  • 60 fps
  • 30 fps
  • 30 FPS
  • 60p
  • 30p
  • 60 FPS
Mount Type
  • Sony E-mount
  • Sony
  • Sony A
  • Tripod or Monopod
Crop Factor
  • 1
  • 11
Has Image Stabilization
  • No
  • Yes
Lens Mount Sony E
Audio Recording
  • No
  • Yes
Age Range Description Adult
External-Memory Size 64 GB
Remote Included No
Series Number
  • 4
  • 7
Connectivity Technology
  • USB
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • XLR
Video Output HDMI
Night vision No
Supported Image Format
  • JPEG, RAW
  • RAW
Dynamic Stops 15 Stops
Maximum Image Size
  • 33 MP
  • 6.6E+3 Pixels
Bit Depth
  • 10 Bit
  • 14 Bit
Maximum Focal Length
  • 70 Millimeters
  • 35 Millimeters
Zoom Optical Zoom
Camera Lens
  • Sony E-mount compatible
  • Sony FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens
  • The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II lens offers G Master resolution and exquisite bokeh in a lightweight, compact design. Its evolved AF performance delivers sharp, clear images at all zoom and aperture settings, making it ideal for professional or enthusiast still or movie use.
  • 11
Number of Diaphragm Blades
  • 7
  • 9
  • 11
Self Timer
  • 10 seconds
  • 2 seconds
  • 5 seconds
Display Type LCD
Display Fixture Type
  • Tilting
  • Articulating
Touch Screen Type Capacitive
Flash Memory Type
  • SD, SDXC
  • SD
Memory Slots Available 2
Memory Storage Capacity
  • 64 GB
  • 128 GB
  • 1 TB
Flash Memory Speed Class
  • U1
  • UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class
  • [U1 or U3]
  • UHS-I
Flash Memory Video Speed Class
  • V6
  • V1
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type
  • SD
  • UHS-II SD
Expanded ISO Minimum
  • 50
  • 100
  • 80
Maximum Shutter Speed
  • 1/60 seconds
  • 1/8000 seconds
Special Feature
  • Live View
  • BIONZ XR Processor; 759-Pt. Fast Hybrid AF, Real-time Eye AF; 5-Axis SteadyShot Image Stabilization
  • 4K 60p Video Recording
  • Advanced AF Tracking
  • High-Resolution BSI CMOS Sensor
  • Image Stabilization
Color
  • Black
  • black
Flash Modes
  • [Possible flash modes: Auto
  • Fill Flash
  • Slow Sync
  • Rear-curtain sync]
  • Auto
  • Hi-Speed Sync
  • Off
  • Rear Sync
  • Red-Eye Reduction
  • Automatic
  • [A list of typical flash modes that could be applicable to this camera, including 'Auto', 'On', 'Off', 'Slow Synch', and 'Rear Curtain Synch']
  • On or Always
  • On
  • Slow Synch
  • Rear Curtain Synch
Skill Level Professional
Compatible Devices
  • Sony E-mount devices
  • Smartphone
  • Computers
  • camera
  • Sony E mount cameras
Continuous Shooting
  • 8 fps
  • 10 fps
Aperture modes
  • F2.8-F5.6
  • F3.5–F5.6
  • F1.0
  • Aperture Priority
  • Manual
  • Program
  • F2.8
Flash Sync Speed
  • 1/200 or 1/250
  • 1/250 Second
  • 1/250 seconds
Expanded ISO Maximum
  • 51200
  • 204800
  • 160
Supported Audio Format AAC, MP3, WAV
Battery Capacity 2000 Milliamp Hours
Shutter Type Electronic
Metering Methods
  • Center-Weighted Average
  • Highlight Weighted
  • Multi-Zone
  • Spot
  • Center Weighted
  • Evaluative
  • Center-Weighted
Crop Mode Full-Frame
Dots Per Screen 1,036,800 Dot
Optical Zoom
  • 2 x
  • 1 x
Lens Type
  • zoom
  • Standard Zoom
  • Wide Angle
Minimum Focal Length
  • 28 Millimeters
  • 24 Millimeters
  • 16 Millimeters
Photo Filter Thread Size 55 Millimeters
Lens Construction
  • 9 Elements in 8 Groups
  • 2
Total USB 3.0 Ports 1
Maximum Aperture
  • 3.5 f
  • 1 f
  • 2.8 f
Specific Uses For Product
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • Vlogging
Viewfinder Magnification
  • 0.78x
  • 0.8x
Battery Weight 3 Ounces
Audio Output Type Headphones
Battery Cell Type Lithium Ion
Warranty Description 90 days limited warranty
Minimum Aperture 1 f
Warranty Type 90 days limited warranty
Microphone Technology
  • Interference Tube
  • [UNOBTAINABLE]
Number of Channels 4
Shutter Speed Description
  • Adjustable shutter speed
  • [1/250 s - 1/60 s]
Digital Scene Transition zoom
Mounting Thread Type 1/4-20
Real Angle Of View
  • 84.1 Degrees
  • 107.5 Degrees
Photo Filter Size 82 Millimeters

Documents

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